Foundry Worker

Gamma Foundries Inc; Richmond Hill; On-site; CAD 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Gamma Foundries Inc. is seeking a Foundry Worker to assist in production and finishing processes. Responsibilities include transporting materials, weighing items, and supporting machine operators in a busy foundry environment.

The role requires the ability to lift 46 lbs., stand for long periods, and follow health and safety procedures. This on-site position offers exposure to casting and finishing workflows in a metal casting facility.

Qualifications

• Understand English - oral, written and reading.
• Ability to follow appropriate departmental work instructions including health and safety rules and procedures.
• Able to lift 46 lbs. and over.
• Capable of standing for long periods of time.

Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials, castings and equipment throughout plant manually or using powered equipment.
• Verify weight of materials and products.
• Pick up castings from the conveyors and place them into buggies.
• Manually load/unload Shotblaster machines.
• Core knockout.
• Operate Pressure Tester unit.
• Operate Punch press machine.
• Sort, pack, crate and package castings.
• Assist machine operators and other workers when required.

Skills

English proficiency

Clear communication

Physical strength

Stamina

Job description

Department

Production

Reports to

Supervisor

Job Summary

The Foundry Worker is responsible for assisting in different tasks as required in the production/finishing processes.

Job Responsibilities

• Transport raw materials, castings and equipment throughout plant manually or using powered equipment
• Verify weight of
  materials and products
• Pick up castings from the conveyors and place them into buggies
• Manually load/unload Shotblaster machines
• Core knockout
• Operate Pressure Tester unit
• Operate Punch press machine
• Sort, pack, crate and package castings
• Assist machine operators and other workers when required

Safety Equipment Requirement

The use of appropriate safety equipment as described below is a condition of employment and not one of choice. Safety equipment that must be worn while performing job responsibilities are as follow:

• Face shield
• Helmet
• Gloves
• Safety boots
• Ear plugs
• Respirator; as required
• Safety glasses

Education and Skill Requirement

• Understand English - oral, written and reading, and ability to communicate clear and concisely
• Ability to follow appropriate departmental work instructions including health and safety rules and procedures
• Able to lift 46 lbs. and over
  
• Capable of standing for long periods of time